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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LM53 KPRMOT history

LM53 KPR is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 53,329 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

LM53 KPR black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Nov 2026
Mileage
53,329 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,673 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM53 KPR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM53 KPR was last recorded at 53,329 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 2,023 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,306 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,023 miles
Average per year
2,673 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 53,329 miles
  • 2024 – 51,306 miles
  • 2023 – 44,232 miles
  • 2022 – 38,042 miles
  • 2021 – 35,421 miles
  • 2020 – 31,791 miles
  • 2019 – 28,815 miles
  • 2018 – 28,360 miles
  • 2017 – 28,329 miles
  • 2016 – 27,062 miles
  • 2015 – 25,878 miles
  • 2014 – 25,749 miles
  • 2013 – 22,153 miles
  • 2012 – 17,418 miles
  • 2011 – 10,232 miles
  • 2010 – 6,569 miles
  • 2009 – 4,878 miles
  • 2008 – 4,271 miles
  • 2007 – 2,799 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,329 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded coil springs on both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle beam (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,329 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    53,329 miles
    Test number
    336029279258
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded coil springs on both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle beam (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail53,329 miles (+2,023)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,329 miles
    Test number
    598925004536
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded coil springs on both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle beam (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass51,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    51,306 miles
    Test number
    156172246172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail51,306 miles (+7,074)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,306 miles
    Test number
    465905130177
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass44,232 miles (+6,190)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    44,232 miles
    Test number
    364664150825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass38,042 miles (+2,621)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    38,042 miles
    Test number
    101966909056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass35,421 miles (+3,630)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    35,421 miles
    Test number
    278277321492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass31,791 miles (+2,976)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    31,791 miles
    Test number
    596710297523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass28,815 miles (+455)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    28,815 miles
    Test number
    183679418009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass28,360 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    28,360 miles
    Test number
    493492516663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,329 miles (+1,267)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    28,329 miles
    Test number
    945715186037
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass27,062 miles (+1,184)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    27,062 miles
    Test number
    377729963823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass25,878 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    25,878 miles
    Test number
    192785398347
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail25,877 miles (+128)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,877 miles
    Test number
    951314832833
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront bothside brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin bothside (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear bothside brakediscs worned
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass25,749 miles (+3,596)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    25,749 miles
    Test number
    915940854386
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass22,153 miles (+4,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    22,153 miles
    Test number
    898304153302
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass17,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    17,418 miles
    Test number
    206815652317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail17,418 miles (+7,186)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,418 miles
    Test number
    296314752373
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass10,232 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    10,232 miles
    Test number
    287963461310
    • NoteAll 4 tyres cracked on the side wall.

  20. Fail10,232 miles (+3,663)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,232 miles
    Test number
    438503461398
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres cracked on the side wall.

  21. Pass6,569 miles (+1,691)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    6,569 miles
    Test number
    862905950358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass4,878 miles (+607)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    4,878 miles
    Test number
    482273769309
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass4,271 miles (+831)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    4,271 miles
    Test number
    662465668302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass3,440 miles (+641)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    3,440 miles
    Test number
    190843608490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass2,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    2,799 miles
    Test number
    964182307093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM53 KPR

Does LM53 KPR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM53 KPR is valid until 29 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM53 KPR?
The MOT on LM53 KPR is valid until 29 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM53 KPR done?
LM53 KPR was recorded at 53,329 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 2,673 miles a year.
Has LM53 KPR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM53 KPR has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM53 KPR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LM53 KPR find?
LM53 KPR passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; rear coil spring corroded coil springs on both sides rear; rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle beam.

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